2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (243 HP) has 105 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2013 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chrysler 300 (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler 300 | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Audi |
| Model | 300 | A3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2578 mm |
